Kohler 13.5CCOZ Operation And Installation Manual page 40

Under normal operating conditions the generator set
alternator does not require scheduled service. Refer to
the prestart checklist
maintenance.
If the generator set is operated under dusty or dirty
conditions, use dry compressed air to blow dust out of
the generator. Blow dust out with the generator set
running. Direct the stream of air through openings in the
generator end bracket.
See Safety Precautions and Instructions at the
beginning of this manual before attempting to service,
repair, or operate the generator set. Have an authorized
Kohler service distributor/dealer perform all generator
service. Perform generator set engine service at the
intervals specified by the engine service literature.
Contact an authorized Kohler service distributor/dealer
to obtain service literature.
Refer to the service schedule following and the
hourmeter located on the generator set controller to
schedule routine maintenance. If the generator set is
subjected to extreme weather, long operating hours, or
dusty or dirty conditions, service the unit more
frequently.
Perform maintenance on each item in the service
schedule at the designated interval for the life of the
generator set. For example, an item requiring service
every 100 hours or 3 months also requires service after
200 hours or 6 months, 300 hours or 9 months, etc.
3-2 Scheduled Maintenance
for items that require
Periodically take the generator set to an authorized
distributor/dealer for tune-up.
performance and ensure continuous satisfactory
operation during a long, trouble-free service life.
Tools and instruments to perform some maintenance
items are not generally available to the generator set
owner.
Kohler Co. recommends that all boat owners have their
vessels— especially the exhaust system attached to the
generator set— inspected at the start of each boating
season by their local Coast Guard Auxiliary. If there is
no Coast Guard Auxiliary in the area, contact an
authorized Kohler distributor or dealer for the
inspection.
Use the Operating Hour Service Log located in the back
of this manual to document performed services.
The generator set will eventually require a complete
overhaul. Rough operation, lack of power, metallic
noises, and excessive oil consumption indicate serious
generator set problems or a need for an overhaul.
Service the generator set promptly.
Tune-ups improve
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